2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
